Last week, Senator Lois Walk re-introduced the shared renewable energy self-generation bill, SB43, which could help to advance community solar projects within California.
Despite strong backing from consumer groups, environmental groups, one of the top three utilities in the state, and the Department of Defense, the original bill (SB443) did not pass. However, with this new bill, it could become easier for community solar-based programs to get off the ground by reducing much red tape (for financing along with other matters), as noted in bill below:
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Bill Text – SB-43 Shared Renewable Energy Self-generation Program